Digital Evidence Extraction for Legal Proceedings

Professional forensic data extraction with written reports

In legal proceedings — family law, AVOs, criminal matters, civil litigation, workplace investigations — digital evidence from phones and computers is often the most critical evidence available. Text messages, photos, call logs, and social media activity can make or break a case.

We've performed forensic data extractions for over 16 years. Solicitors, barristers, and private individuals across the Central Coast, Sydney, and wider NSW rely on us to extract, document, and present digital evidence accurately and professionally.

What We Extract

Messages

iMessages, SMS, WhatsApp, Messenger, Telegram, Signal — full threads with timestamps, including deleted messages

Photos & Videos

All media including EXIF metadata (date, time, GPS location). Deleted photos recoverable in many cases

Call Logs

Incoming, outgoing, and missed calls with timestamps, durations, and contact details

Social Media

Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok — posts, DMs, account data, and activity logs

Location Data

GPS history, Wi-Fi connection logs, location services records, and significant locations

Browsing & Email

Web history, search queries, cached pages, locally stored emails, and webmail cache

Deleted data recovery: When files are deleted, they often remain in storage until overwritten. Our forensic tools access raw storage below the OS level, recovering messages, photos, and files thought to be permanently gone. The sooner the extraction, the better the recovery — but we regularly recover data deleted weeks or months earlier.

Supported Devices

iPhones (all models) Samsung Galaxy Google Pixel Oppo / Xiaomi / Huawei iPads & Android tablets Windows PCs & laptops MacBooks & iMacs External HDDs & USB drives SD cards

Our Process

  1. Intake & documentation — We record device details (make, model, serial number, condition) and establish chain of custody. We discuss the specific data types relevant to your matter.
  2. Forensic imaging — We create a bit-for-bit forensic image of the device. All analysis is performed on this copy — the original remains untouched and verifiable.
  3. Analysis & recovery — We extract relevant data categories from the forensic image. For deleted data, we perform deep analysis of unallocated storage space.
  4. Written report — A detailed report documenting device information, methodology, tools used, and all evidence recovered. Formatted for solicitors, barristers, and the court. Tailored to specific date ranges, contacts, or data types as directed.

Confidentiality & Integrity

Every case is treated with strict confidentiality. Device contents are never shared with anyone other than the instructing party. We do not alter, add, or remove any data from the source device — essential for evidence to withstand court scrutiny.

We maintain documented chain of custody from intake to return. We can receive devices directly from third parties or legal representatives if required.

If you're involved in legal proceedings and need digital evidence extracted, book a consultation online. We work directly with individuals and with solicitors acting on their clients' behalf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is digitally extracted evidence admissible in court?
Digital evidence is routinely admitted in Australian courts — family law, criminal, civil, and AVO proceedings. The key is how the evidence is collected and documented. We follow established forensic procedures and provide detailed written reports that explain the extraction methodology, which supports admissibility.
What devices can you extract evidence from?
We extract data from iPhones, Android phones, iPads, Android tablets, Windows computers, Mac computers, and external storage devices. This covers the vast majority of consumer devices. If you have an unusual device, call us to discuss — we may still be able to help.
Can you recover deleted text messages and photos?
In many cases, yes. Deleted data often remains on the device's storage until it is overwritten by new data. Our forensic tools can access areas of storage that are not visible through normal use, recovering messages, photos, videos, and other files that were thought to be permanently deleted.
How long does digital evidence extraction take?
Most extractions are completed within 1–2 weeks, depending on the device type, the volume of data, and whether deleted data recovery is required. We'll provide a timeframe estimate after the initial intake and assessment.
Do you provide written reports for court?
Yes. Every extraction includes a comprehensive written report detailing the device information, extraction methodology, and the evidence recovered. Reports are formatted clearly and professionally for use by solicitors, barristers, and the court. We can tailor the report to focus on specific data types relevant to your matter.
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